ST. PETERSBURG -- Baseball season felt close on Saturday at Tropicana Field.
The Rays held their annual Fan Fest, and the building swelled with fans hoping to mingle with players and take in some of the many activities offered.
Tampa Bay players battled a traffic jam on Interstate 75 to make the journey from Port Charlotte, Fla., to take part in the activities.
"I really do enjoy interacting with the fans," catcher Curt Casali said. "I think it's a great way to increase the Rays brand and a great way for us to meet some new people and figure out who is supporting us on a day-in, day-out basis.